Modern GI Oncology - E-Book
Modern GI Oncology - E-Book

Author: Shailesh V Shrikhande

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2015-08-31

Total Pages: 533

ISBN-13: 8131236838

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Modern Gastrointestinal Oncology is a comprehensive and authoritative book dealing with contemporary issues in diagnosis and management of gastrointestinal cancers. The book is specially designed to update senior students, super-specialty residents, fellows and all clinicians with an interest in gastrointestinal cancers. - Interdisciplinary coverage of gastrointestinal cancer by more than 70 authors who are leading epidemiologists, researchers, gastroenterologists, surgeons, medical oncologists and radiation oncologists from all over the world - Special emphasis on controversial issues in management of gastrointestinal cancers - Dynamic and in-depth information coupled with practical guidelines to aid the busy clinician - Lucid presentation with texts, figures, updated case studies and key research questions

Textbook of Gastrointestinal Oncology
Textbook of Gastrointestinal Oncology

Author: Suayib Yalcin

Publisher: Springer Nature

Published: 2019-09-05

Total Pages: 711

ISBN-13: 3030188906

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This textbook discusses core principles and practices in gastrointestinal oncology and covers a wide range of practice areas such as pathology and radiologic images, epidemiology, genetics, staging, multidisciplinary management of specific gastrointestinal cancer, and pathology for each primary tumor site. The comprehensive coverage makes Textbook of Gastrointestinal Oncology a useful resource for the practitioner wishing to gain a greater understanding of the principles of managing malignant gastrointestinal disease, as well as medical oncology fellows, surgeons, radiation oncologists, gastroenterologists and fellows, and residents.

Gastric Cancer, An Issue of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics, E-Book
Gastric Cancer, An Issue of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics, E-Book

Author: Chin Hur

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2021-06-04

Total Pages: 225

ISBN-13: 0323775454

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- Provides in-depth, clinical reviews on Gastric Cancer, providing actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field; Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create these timely topic-based reviews. - Provides in-depth, clinical reviews on Gastric Cancer, providing actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field; Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create these timely topic-based reviews.

The Endoscopic Oncologist, An Issue of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics, E-Book
The Endoscopic Oncologist, An Issue of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics, E-Book

Author: Kenneth J. Chang

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2023-11-18

Total Pages: 209

ISBN-13: 0443184127

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In this issue of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Clinics of North America, guest editors Drs. Kenneth J. Chang and Jason B. Samarasena bring their considerable expertise to the topic of The Endoscopic Oncologist. The practice of gastrointestinal endoscopy intersects with oncology in many ways, much of it involving pre-cancerous conditions. But the endoscopist's role in diagnosing, staging, and treating cancer patients is expanding. This issue is devoted to the current and future role of the endoscopic oncologist, with topics such as endoscopic diagnosis of luminal gastrointestinal cancer and extra-luminal cancer; endoscopic resection for early cancer; and more. - Contains 12 relevant, practice-oriented topics including endoscopic ultrasound cancer staging; management of biliary obstruction; endoscopic management of colonic obstruction; endoscopic treatment of tumor bleeding; endoscopic ultrasound-guided pain management; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on the endoscopic oncologist, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.

Advances in Oncology, E-Book 2023
Advances in Oncology, E-Book 2023

Author: Leonidas C. Platanias

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2023-04-13

Total Pages: 412

ISBN-13: 044318271X

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Advances in Oncology reviews the year's most important findings and updates within the field in order to provide practicing oncologists with the current clinical information they need to improve patient outcomes. A distinguished editorial board, led by Dr. Leonidas C. Platanias, identifies key areas of major progress and controversy and invites preeminent specialists to contribute original articles devoted to these topics. These insightful overviews in oncology inform and enhance clinical practice by bringing concepts to a clinical level and exploring their everyday impact on patient care. - Contains 25 articles on such topics as de-escalation therapy for HPV-associated oropharyngeal cancer; management of in-transit metastatic melanoma; rare gynecologic tumors; pediatric lymphoma: advances with an eye on disparities; the microbiome and CNS tumors; adjuvant therapy for patients with high-risk urothelial cancer following surgery; targeting the RAS gene for treatment of GI cancers; and more. - Provides in-depth, clinical reviews in oncology, providing actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information in the field under the leadership of an experienced editorial team. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create these timely topic-based reviews.

WHO Classification of Tumours. Digestive System Tumours
WHO Classification of Tumours. Digestive System Tumours

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Publisher: International Agency for Research on Cancer

Published: 2019-07-03

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9789283244998

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Digestive System Tumours is the first volume in the fifth edition of the WHO series on the classification of human tumors. This series (also known as the WHO Blue Books) is regarded as the gold standard for the diagnosis of tumors and comprises a unique synthesis of histopathological diagnosis with digital and molecular pathology. These authoritative and concise reference books provide indispensable international standards for anyone involved in the care of patients with cancer or in cancer research, underpinning individual patient treatment as well as research into all aspects of cancer causation, prevention, therapy, and education.

Clinical Interventional Oncology E-Book
Clinical Interventional Oncology E-Book

Author: Stephen T Kee

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2013-09-26

Total Pages: 401

ISBN-13: 1455775649

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Adhere to best practices and achieve best outcomes with Clinical Interventional Oncology! Loosely structured around the concept of a "tumor board," this groundbreaking oncology reference delivers a comprehensive arsenal of information on the techniques and treatment protocols surrounding chemoembolizations, tumor ablations, minimally invasive tumor biopsies, and other interventional oncologic procedures. Ideal for all members of the cancer care team, it provides the "how to" guidance you need on the clinical, evidence-based application of each interventional procedure. Offer your patients the best care. Evidence-based findings and practical tips equip you with the knowledge you need to recommend and implement the most effective cancer treatment options with your patients. Master all image-guided interventional oncologic procedures currently in practice for the interventional treatment of tumors and lesions in liver, lung, renal, pancreatic, brain, neck, colorectal, skin, prostate, bone, and soft tissue cancers. Broaden your understanding and refine your skills with comprehensive coverage of stents, venous and arterial ports, and interventional procedures for palliative care. Quickly and easily find the information you need. A templated, easy-to-reference format organized by organ system includes anatomy, biology, imaging principles, and procedures integrated throughout each chapter. Experience clinical oncology scenarios with vivid clarity through a full-color design complete with an abundance of high-quality anatomic and multimodality images.

Integrative Oncology
Integrative Oncology

Author: Donald Abrams

Publisher: Oxford University Press

Published: 2009-03-09

Total Pages: 916

ISBN-13: 0199885850

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People facing a new diagnosis of cancer are unsettled by their prognosis and treatment options, and they often seek to integrate complementary modalities into their conventional care plan, hoping to improve their chances of cure and decrease side effects. Many do so without informing their oncologist, for fear of alienating them or not convinced that their physician would be informed about complementary therapies. Integrative Oncology, the first volume in the Weil Integrative Medicine Library, provides a wealth of information for both practitioners and consumers on the emerging field of integrative oncology. Noted oncologist Donald Abrams and integrative medicine pioneer Andrew Weil and their international panel of experts present up-to-date and extensively referenced chapters on a wide spectrum of issues and challenges, bound in one comprehensive, reader-friendly text in a format featuring key points, sidebars, tables, and a two-color design for ease of use. It is destined to emerge as the definitive resource in this emerging field.

The MD Anderson Manual of Medical Oncology
The MD Anderson Manual of Medical Oncology

Author: Hagop M. Kantarjian

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Prof Med/Tech

Published: 2006-03-22

Total Pages: 1172

ISBN-13: 9780071414999

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A concise, up-to-date clinician's guide to cancer management -- from the leaders in the field A Doody's Core Title! The MD Anderson Cancer Center is ranked as the world's leading institution in cancer medicine. With publication of the MD Anderson Manual of Medical Oncology, the editorial board of this prestigious institution makes available for the first time a resource that meets the needs of clinicians for an authoritative, accessible guide to the medical management of patients with cancer and its complications. Straight-to-the-point, state-of-the-art strategies for cancer management Gives physicians a current, coherent approach to each disease and situation -- imbued with the clinical expertise and teaching authority of world class oncology researchers/practitioners Consistently formatted for a unified patient management strategy Packed with time-saving features, including “The M.D. Anderson Work-Up Box” and “The M.D. Anderson Preferred Treatment Box” Examines special issues in breast cancer management…current treatment strategies for infection in the neutropenic patient and management of fungal and viral infections in cancer patients… basic concepts and controversies related to allogeneic marrow transplantation…more Provides guidelines for oncologic emergencies and palliative care Outlines procedures for symptom control in long-term survival… long-term follow-up in pediatric and adult patients…and rehabilitation

Leibel and Phillips Textbook of Radiation Oncology - E-Book
Leibel and Phillips Textbook of Radiation Oncology - E-Book

Author: Richard Hoppe

Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences

Published: 2010-09-09

Total Pages: 1666

ISBN-13: 1437737757

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Stay on top of the latest scientific and therapeutic advances with the new edition of Leibel and Phillips Textbook of Radiation Oncology. Dr. Theodore L. Phillips, in collaboration with two new authors, Drs. Richard Hoppe and Mack Roach, offers a multidisciplinary look at the presentation of uniform treatment philosophies for cancer patients emphasizing the "treat for cure" philosophy. You can also explore the implementation of new imaging techniques to locate and treat tumors, new molecularly targeted therapies, and new types of treatment delivery. Supplement your reading with online access to the complete contents of the book, a downloadable image library, and more at expertconsult.com. Gather step-by-step techniques for assessing and implementing radiotherapeutic options with this comprehensive, full-color, clinically oriented text. Review the basic principles behind the selection and application of radiation as a treatment modality, including radiobiology, radiation physics, immobilization and simulation, high dose rate, and more. Use new imaging techniques to anatomically locate tumors before and during treatment. Apply multidisciplinary treatments with advice from experts in medical, surgical, and radiation oncology. Explore new treatment options such as proton therapy, which can facilitate precise tumor-targeting and reduce damage to healthy tissue and organs. Stay on the edge of technology with new chapters on IGRT, DNA damage and repair, and molecularly targeted therapies.